Vusi Kunene set to reprise his role as Jack Mabaso

A fan-favourite villain will return to TV screens in August as Vusi Kunene reprises his role as Jack Mabaso in 'Generations: The Legacy'.

August 1, 2024

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Back by popular demand, legendary actor Vusi Kunene will make a comeback on Generations: The Legacy to portray the iconic supervillain, Jack Mabaso.

The fan-favourite villain, known for his leather glove on his right hand, will reappear on screens from August 14. Kunene will return for the third time on the show, his last appearance being on May 12, 2021.

Speaking on Jack’s return, executive producer Mfundi Vundla said in a statement: “Vusi Kunene is one of the truly great actors! He will continue to heighten the standard of entertainment television in South Africa and beyond, reminding us of the iconic status of Generations.”

Casting director Russel Savadier said Kunene’s re-entry into the show is expected to keep viewers glued to their seats.

“One of the great lingering questions on Generations: The Legacy is finally getting answered: ‘Is he dead or isn’t he?’ I’m as delighted as anyone that he is alive and well and returning in dramatic fashion on the show,” Savadier said.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), entertainment commentator Phil Mphela shared the news of Mabaso’s return to screens.

CASTING NEWS:

Vusi Kunene Returns To Generations

Generations: The Legacy has announced the return of Vusi Kunene as the iconic supervillain, Jack Mabaso!

Jack’s on-screen return on the show is from the 14th of August. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/QhHSDb2GY2

— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) July 30, 2024

Another entertainment commentator, known as Mlu on X, recently took to his page to share the news.

CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT

Get ready for a return of the iconic supervillain, jack Mabaso! Vusi Kunene reprises his role on #GenerationsTheLegacy from 14th Aug, bringing the terror and respect back to SA TV. pic.twitter.com/stAlbDgBQ3

— Entertainment (@TvblogbyMLU) July 30, 2024